INTRODUCTION
This document follows on from the Rationale [Appendix 1] which was used to achieve support for the establishment of the legal entity of the Institute of Event Management. It sets out the Institute’s role, management, operation and activities.
NAME OF THE ORGANISATION
The “Institute of Event Management” is not a trade association, it is a professional body and will aspire to Chartered Status. In the United Kingdom the term "institute" is a protected word. The word “institute” may only be used by organisations which are carrying out research at the highest level or to professional bodies of the highest standing. Use of the title "institute" requires approval from the Secretary of State. Approval for the legal entity for the Institute of Event Management was received in July 2012.
LEGAL ENTITY
The legal entity approved by UK Companies House under the special names division on 3 July 2012, was achieved with supporting letters received from the following organisations:
AEME Association of Event Management Educators APPG All Party Parliamentary Group for Events BVEP Business Visits and Events Partnership
DCMS Department for Culture Media and Sport – Minister for Tourism People 1st Sector Skills Council for the Events Industry
London Olympic Games 2012
Chartered Management Institute Excel London
IMEX
NEC Birmingham University of Chester Visit England
SCOPE OF THE INSTITUTE
As a professional body, membership of the Institute of Event Management
will be open to individuals who wish to gain professional recognition and a
qualification, continue to develop their skills and knowledge and benefit from
the Institute’s resources and global networks. Membership will be offered on
a worldwide basis and open to all
parts of the “Events Industry” as described in the Matrix [Appendix 2].ADMINISTRATION
A Secretariat to support membership and administration of the Institute will
be established.
STRUCTURE OF THE INSTITUTE OF EVENT MANAGEMENT
This document sets out the operational framework. The Institute will provide the opportunity for individuals to gain professional recognition, continue their professional development through online and other learning opportunities and be supported by a body of knowledge.
Stakeholders
PatronageOrganisations and individuals are now being invited to support the development and implementation of the Institute.
A Founding Fellows programme will be established to recognise those persons who have made a significant contribution to the development of the events industry worldwide.
Presidency
The role of President will be a figurehead to champion event professionals and profile the Institute and its activities.
Industry Stakeholder Consultation Panel
Members of the Panel will represent key stakeholder organisations, practitioners, together with professional and business development experts, academia/education and the Sector Skills Council - People 1st. They will provide advice and support
across all activities of the Institute.
In addition to the Stakeholder Panels specialist groups will be established following the Events Sector Matrix model to advise on specific requirements for continuing professional development.
Executive Board
The Executive Board has been established to manage the development of the Institute and be representative of all parts of the events industry and supporting organisations.
Additional members of the Board have been invited to represent major agencies, destinations, venues and centres, education and sector specialists.
Chair: Susan Spibey Business Adviser: Simon Moorehead Legal Adviser: Shullmans
Members:
Brian Pell, NEC Director of Operations
Giselle Ripken, Grassroots Director of Meetings and Events Anne Godfrey, CIM Chief Executive
Juliet Price, HBAA Executive Chair
Jacinta Scannell, MD Conference Collective and PCO
Martin Litherland, QEII Conference Centre Head of Event Operations Robert Ferneyhough FCIPD, HR Consultant
Richard Limb, Outdoor Events Specialist and President of NOEA Sheila Russell, Events H&E Consultant
Prof Phil Harris, University of Chester
The Executive Board will be supported and guided by the Industry Panel and specialist groups.
The Board will be responsible for:
Legal and Financial management of the Institute
additional Executive Board membership
strategy for the Institute’s development and services
mechanisms for management of the Institute
membership recruitment strategy, member services and activities
monitoring progress
leading specialist panels
Sector Champions
Sector Champions have been appointed to act as the interface between their own organisations and the Institute of Event Management together with representatives of a number of relevant professional bodies and suppliers to the sector.
They will work with the Industry Panels and specialist groups to advise on the content of continuing professional development, agree joint membership opportunities, support services and activities where appropriate for the following specialist areas:
Associations and Charities Damian Hutt, Associations Network
Trade Association Forum Representative [invited] International Union of Associations [invited] Charities Representative [invited]
Commercial Conferences
Clare Wormsley, The Global Conference Network [invited] Corporate Events
UNICEO United Networks of International Corporate Event Oganisers [partner] Event Agency
David Hackett, Grassroots Chair Exhibitions
Brian Pell, IEM Board Member and NEC Operations Director IMEX Representative [invited]
Local Authority Events
Andy Grove, Chair LAEOG Local Authority Event Organisers Group [invited] PCO Professional Conference Organisers
Jacinta Scannell, IEM Board Member and MD Conference Collective Recruitment
To be nominated Sustainability
David Stubbs, Sustainability Experts [invited] Professional Bodies Representatives
The National Occupational Standards in Event Management draw on standards which already exist across a number of disciplines. The Institute of Event Management Board of Directors recognises the importance of establishing links with these organisations for mutual benefit:
for the professional bodies to deliver appropriate continuing professional development courses to Event Managers in all parts of the events sector
for the Institute of Event Management to support and deliver appropriate continuing professional development courses for the members and employees of these professional bodies who are involved in the organisation and management of events.
CIM Representative
The Chartered Institute of Marketing has a large number of members involved in events. It is well understood that Marketeers have responsibility for events within their own organisations, in particular the corporate sector. Marketing is also a route into the events industry and it is planned to develop appropriate pathways.
CIPD Representative
Bob Ferneyhough, FCIPD, IEM Board member and HR Consultant is providing the link to the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development. Human Resources are critical to the success of all events and the Institute of Event Management members will benefit from the specialist support of the CIPD.
CIPS Representative
The processes of procurement, tender management and development of effective purchasing processes and supply chains are critical to successful events. The Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply is able to support the delivery of knowledge and information needed by event organisers, their clients and suppliers. CIPR Representative
Public Relations is an important component to successful events and again, as in Marketing, many PR Professionals have responsibility for events.
CMI Representative
Management is the core discipline of events and the Chartered Management Institute is a resource for continuing professional development support to event managers. Institute of Fundraising Representative
For those event organisers involved in fundraising, the Institute of Fundraising is a valuable resource of knowledge and information and the Institute of Event Management can likewise provide similar resources.
Institute of Hospitality
Hospitality is an integral part of events and another route for those wishing to move into event management. The Institute of Hospitality is another valuable resource of knowledge and information to the Institute of Event Management.
Medical Professional Bodies Representative Royal Colleges
Medical congresses and exhibitions have special requirements and it is important to provide appropriate knowledge and skill support to the sector.
Event Safety and Security
The Purple Guide to Health, Safety and Welfare at Music and Other Events has been drawn up by the Events Industry Forum in consultation with the UK events industry, including representatives from regional and national Government. This publication is designed to replace the original "Purple Guide" (HSG195) which was originally published by the Health & Safety Executive (HSE) in consultation with the industry. The national occupational standards for temporary structures designed to benefit all those involved in the organisation and management of outdoor shows, festivals and major events.
With the support of the Event Industry Forum [EIF] and with Richard Limb as an IEM Board Member and Member of the IOSH Events Panel, the Institute of Event Management will be able to offer a major resource on event safety and security. IOSH Representative
Richard Limb, IEM Board Member, NOEA President and IOSH Event Panel Member Health and Safety Specialist for Outdoor Events and Festivals.
UKCMA Crowd Management
Security, Stewarding, Crowd Management Mark Harding Showsec [invited]
Access
Venues which offer event space both internally and externally are required to meet stringent access standards.
Specialist Consultant in Access Brian Seaman [invited]
Purple Guide Jim Winship [invited]
ISO 20121 and GRI on Sustainable Event Management
The theme of sustainability has been linked to all units of the National Occupational Standards. Appropriate training programmes will be accredited to the IEM together with advice and information on the UNEP Global Reporting Initiative on Sustainable Event Management.
Festivals
Organisations representing the festivals sector include: BAFA - British Arts & Science Festivals
Community Events and Festivals - Steve Heap Street Festivals -
It is anticipated that this list will be extended as the Institute is developed.
Membership
The criteria for membership is currently being developed and will comprise:
membership structure: Studying Members [including Apprentices], Affiliates, Associate Members, Members, Fellows.
progression routes to professional recognition and qualifications
mapping career pathways
Strategy for Development of Professional Recognition and Qualifications The Institute of Event Management and its specialist event sector representatives, in partnership with EOSE and supported by People 1st, the Sector Skills Council for the
Events Industry will:
create a framework to map existing provision [university courses, private training providers, other providers] and identify and develop further units of the National Occupational Standards as appropriate
develop career pathways and provide a portal to support and guide individuals
approve, accredit and validate existing courses which meet the criteria of the national occupational standards
approve a qualification structure together with appropriate progression routes
create opportunities for continuing professional development through online study and devise and develop where appropriate training programmes in partnership with existing providers
support the development of an Apprenticeship Programme
create the Institute membership structure and criteria
provide advice and support to education/training providers worldwide
BODY OF KNOWLEDGE
It is well recognised that the AEME Association of Event Management Educators can assist with identifying existing sources of knowledge, information, and research which would support the body of knowledge for the Institute of Event Management to include:
books and journals
best practice models
academic and sector research
In addition both public and private sector organisations together with global links will also be invited to contribute to the body of knowledge.
NETWORKING
The Institute will provide opportunities for global networking through:
Events at Exhibitions and Conferences
Online Discussion Forums
Special Interest Groups
RESOURCES
The long-term aims of the Institute to include:
Awards and Bursaries
Publications Library
Recruitment Support Services
